Erin Egan, LCSW, MPH, CBIS

01/30/2025

01/16/2025

Breath donut - coherent breathing trick, save it to your phones for relaxation!
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08/02/2024

I want to acknowledge the intense pain and overwhelm that can come with emotional flooding, especially when it is tied to rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD). RSD is a heightened sensitivity to perceived or real rejection and criticism, often resulting in intense emotional responses. This emotional flooding can feel overwhelming and all-consuming, but there are ways to manage these feelings with care and compassion.
Understanding Emotional Flooding and RSD:
1. Emotional Flooding: Emotional flooding occurs when intense emotions become overwhelming, making it difficult to think clearly or respond effectively. This can lead to a sense of being swept away by your feelings.
2. Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: RSD is a common experience for individuals with ADHD, where perceived rejection or criticism triggers extreme emotional pain and distress. This can feel like a deep wound to the core of one’s being, making emotional regulation particularly challenging.
3. Psychoeducation: Recognizing the impact of RSD and emotional flooding is crucial. It’s important to understand that these intense reactions are not a sign of weakness but rather a neurological response to perceived threat or rejection.

07/18/2024

Practical tips for managing tasks with ADHD

07/12/2024

Writing Prompt About Anger and Boundaries
Communicating Boundaries Effectively:
* “Imagine you need to communicate a boundary to someone who often crosses it. Write a dialogue between you and this person, focusing on clearly and assertively expressing your needs.”
* “How do you think this person would respond, and how would setting this boundary affect your relationship?”

07/12/2024

Writing Prompt About Anger and Boundaries
The Role of Anger in Personal Growth:
* “Reflect on a time when your anger led to a positive change in your life. How did this experience help you recognize the need for boundaries and take action to protect yourself?”
* “What did you learn about yourself and your limits through this process?”

07/11/2024

Writing Prompt About Anger and Boundaries
Setting Boundaries to Protect Yourself:
* “Write about a situation where you successfully set a boundary. How did it feel to assert yourself, and what impact did it have on your anger and overall well-being?”
* “How can you apply this experience to other areas of your life where your boundaries are being pushed?”

07/11/2024

Writing Prompt About Anger and Boundaries
Different Flavors of Anger:
* “Describe a time when you felt irritation, frustration, or annoyance. How did these feelings differ from outright anger, and what boundaries were at risk in each case?”
* “What steps can you take to address these feelings and set appropriate boundaries in similar future situations?”

07/10/2024

Writing Prompt About Anger and Boundaries
Recognizing Anger as a Signal:
* “Think of a recent situation where you felt angry. Describe the scenario in detail and explore what boundary was being crossed that triggered your anger.”
* “How did you respond in that situation? In hindsight, what boundary could you have set to prevent or reduce your anger?”